Program Management Office Analyst

The Planet Group; Morristown (NJ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a PMO Analyst to join the IT Transformation Office in a remote-forward role with occasional onsite meetings in Morristown, NJ. You will own portfolio data analysis, dashboard development, and reporting to improve visibility and governance for a global project portfolio.

Responsibilities include maintaining Jira updates, producing stakeholder-ready reports, and driving standardization of PMO processes across international teams while collaborating with vendors and

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as PMO Analyst or Project Management Analyst.
• Experience analyzing portfolio data and creating dashboards.
• Experience using Jira for project governance and reporting.
• Consulting industry experience preferred.
• Strong communication and ability to work across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Collect and consolidate portfolio data from multiple sources to provide visibility into status and metrics.
• Develop and maintain portfolio dashboards and reporting tools for enterprise-wide decision making.
• Monitor data for trends, risks, and issues and report findings to the PMO team.
• Ensure accurate Jira updates and IT Portfolio Dashboard data across teams.
• Prepare reports and updates for portfolio review meetings with stakeholders.
• Support standardization of PMO processes and reporting across global teams.
• Collaborate with vendors on reporting tool enhancements and troubleshooting.

Skills

Data analysis

Dashboard reporting

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-motivated

Tools

Jira

Job description

Location: Northern NJ (must be commutable to Morristown, NJ)

Onsite Requirements: Remote with occasional onsite meetings in Morristown, NJ

Compensation Range: $80,000 - $85,000

Introduction

We are seeking a motivated, analytical PMO Analyst to join our IT Transformation Office and support the management and reporting of a global IT project portfolio. This role will partner with project, program, and product managers across the organization to improve portfolio visibility, strengthen governance, and promote consistent processes across global teams.

This is a hands-on role with a strong emphasis on portfolio data analysis, dashboard development, and reporting. The individual will play an important part in expanding enterprise-wide portfolio reporting and supporting the continued evolution of PMO processes and tools.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and consolidate project portfolio data from multiple sources to provide visibility into project status, performance, and key metrics.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance portfolio dashboards and reporting tools to support enterprise-wide decision-making.
• Monitor project data and identify trends, risks, gaps, and potential issues, proactively communicating findings to the PMO team.
• Partner with project and program managers to ensure accurate, consistent, and timely updates within Jira and the IT Portfolio Dashboard.
• Support portfolio review meetings by preparing reports, presentations, and performance updates for key stakeholders.
• Help drive standardization of PMO processes, reporting practices, and portfolio management activities across global teams.
• Collaborate with external vendors on reporting tool enhancements, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a Project Coordinator, PMO Analyst, or Project Management Analyst.
• Strong hands-on experience with Jira.
• Experience working within a PMO environment, supporting project management processes, portfolio reporting, or project governance.
• Consulting industry experience
• Strong data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret project data, identify trends, and communicate meaningful insights.
• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and presentations that clearly communicate project and portfolio performance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse stakeholder groups and global time zones.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills who takes initiative, identifies opportunities for improvement, and proactively drives work forward.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate challenging conversations, manage differing perspectives, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to data analytics projects, reporting platforms, and data visualization tools.
• Experience driving process improvement and standardization within a PMO or project management organization.
• Familiarity with portfolio financials, including project budgets, costs, and financial tracking.
• Experience working with global teams or supporting geographically dispersed IT organizations.